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HOMESERVICE MANUALSACURA2010TL FWD V6-3.5LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISRESTRAINTS AND SAFETY SYSTEMSAIR BAG SYSTEMSAIR BAG CONTROL MODULESERVICE AND REPAIRSRS UNIT REPLACEMENT
2010 Acura TL FWD V6-3.5L
SRS Unit Replacement
2010 Acura TL FWD V6-3.5LSECTION SRS Unit Replacement
SRS Unit Replacement
Removal
1. Do the battery terminal disconnection procedure Procedures, then wait at least 3 minutes before starting work.
2. Remove the center console Center Console Removal/Installation.
3. Pull down on the center heater joint duct (A) to remove it.
4. Remove the clips (B), then remove the left and right heater ducts (C, D).
5. Remove the two screws from the driver's side center console clip bracket (A), then remove the bracket.
6. Remove the TORX bolt (A) using a TORX T30 bit.
7. Disconnect SRS unit connectors A (39P) and B (39P) from the SRS unit (C).
NOTE: The SRS unit connectors have lever locks. Release the locks before disconnecting the connectors Service and Repair.
8. Remove the TORX bolts (D) using a TORX T30 bit, then remove the SRS unit from the driver's side.
Installation
1. Install the SRS unit (A) with a new TORX bolt (B) using a TORX T30 bit.
NOTE: Be sure the SRS unit is sitting squarely against it's bracket before torquing the TORX bolt.
2. Install the new TORX bolts (A) using a TORX T30 bit.
3. Connect the SRS connectors (B) to the SRS unit (C); push them into position until they click and the lever locks are fully secured Service and Repair.
4. Install the driver's side center console clip bracket (A) with two screws.
5. Install the left and right heater joint ducts (A, B), then install the clips (C).
6. Install the center heater joint duct (D).
7. Do the battery terminal reconnection procedure Procedures.
8. Make sure the SRS unit has the latest software. If it does not have the latest, update the software in the SRS unit SRS Unit Update.
9. Do the ODS unit initialization ODS Unit Initialization.
10. Check the operation of the ODS unit with the HDS ODS Unit Operation Check.
11. Confirm proper SRS operation: Turn the ignition switch to ON (II), or press the engine start/stop button to select the ON mode; the SRS indicator should come on for about 6 seconds and then go off.
12. Reinstall all removed parts.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.